Doctor Who star David Tennant shares his Reed Richards aspirations as Pedro Pascal steps into the Fantastic Four spotlight.
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When life throws a curveball, sometimes you just gotta laugh.
That’s exactly what David Tennant did at MCM Comic Con when spilling the beans about his superhero dreams.
The beloved Doctor Who star admitted he had his sights set on stretching into the Marvel universe as Reed Richards. But hey, that’s showbiz for ya!
From Time Lord to Almost Mister Fantastic
Comic fans got a real treat during Tennant’s Q&A session in London.
The charismatic actor didn’t beat around the bush when asked about dream roles.
Though he already knocked it outta the park playing the creepy Kilgrave in Netflix’s Jessica Jones, Tennant confessed he’d been eyeing something more heroic lately.
The Pascal Factor
“Unfortunately, they’ve gone in a different direction,” Tennant quipped with his trademark charm.
No hard feelings though – the 54-year-old Scot couldn’t help but praise Pedro Pascal who snagged the coveted Reed Richards role.
Talk about being a good sport when your dream job goes to someone else!
The Daddy Debate
The conversation took a hilarious turn when fans brought up Pascal’s internet nickname.
When asked who better embodied the “daddy” vibe between them, Tennant cracked up the audience with a simple “What are the criteria?”
Before declaring Pascal the definite winner, calling him “Mister Fantastic in every sense!”
Marvel’s Fresh Start
With Pascal now leading the charge, Marvel hopes to breathe new life into the Fantastic Four franchise.
Previous attempts had mixed results, especially the 2015 reboot that left fans disappointed.
Pascal himself admitted feeling the pressure, saying each big role feels more intimidating than the last.
The Show Must Go On
Despite missing out on stretching his acting muscles as Mr. Fantastic, Tennant remains optimistic.
The beloved actor continues charming fans worldwide with his quick wit and genuine personality.
His gracious reaction shows why he remains a fan favorite across multiple fandoms.